She is divorcing me, and Im having to pay her $1,750 court-ordered spousal support.

Is the $1,000 considered income to her before filing for the divorce?

If so, what forms do I need to report to the IRS?

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Assuming none of that is the case, the money you paid is a gift.

goods or services) in return.

Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance and author of YOU DONT NEED A BUDGET.

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